About
Dr. Lesley Rechter is a board-certified family medicine physician based in Jericho, NY. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Biology, Magna Cum Laude, from the State University of New York at Albany in 1973. She then earned her Doctorate of Medicine from New York Medical College in Valhalla, NY in 1976. She completed her internship and residency in Family Medicine at Nassau County Medical Center in East Meadow, NY.
Dr. Rechter has practiced medicine for over 30 years, first in private practice and now through MDVIP. She holds membership in the American Academy of Family Physicians and the American Board of Family Medicine. Castle Connolly named her a Top Doctor every year from 2001 through 2014. Since 1982, she has served as an Assistant Clinical Professor of Family Medicine at Stony Brook School of Medicine. Preventive medicine drives her entire clinical approach. She works with patients to build personalized health care plans, acting as a dedicated medical advocate for each of them.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
State University of New York, Albany, NY, Bachelor of Arts, Biology, 1973, Magna Cum Laude
Medical School
New York Medical College, Valhalla, NY
Residency
Family Medicine, Nassau County Medical Center, East Meadow, NY, 1976-1979
Additional Training
Assistant Clinical Professor of Family Medicine, Stony Brook School of Medicine 1982-present
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Rechter right for?
Dr. Rechter is a strong fit for adults seeking a long-term primary care relationship with a preventive focus. Patients managing type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, or hypertension benefit from her chronic disease expertise. She works well with patients who value direct physician access, including after-hours availability. Those who prefer thorough, unhurried exams with a dedicated doctor, never a substitute provider, will feel at home in her practice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Rechter focuses on family medicine and preventive care. She has particular expertise managing chronic conditions including type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, and hypertension. Her clinical philosophy centers on catching and addressing health issues before they progress.
Yes. Dr. Rechter holds board certification through the American Board of Family Medicine. She is also a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians.
Dr. Rechter earned her medical degree from New York Medical College in Valhalla, NY in 1976. She completed both her internship and her Family Medicine residency at Nassau County Medical Center in East Meadow, NY.
Yes. Castle Connolly named Dr. Rechter a Top Doctor every year from 2001 through 2014. She also received the Signum Laudis honor from the SUNY Albany Academic Honorary Society.
Dr. Rechter has served as an Assistant Clinical Professor of Family Medicine at Stony Brook School of Medicine since 1982. She has held that role continuously alongside her clinical practice.
Dr. Rechter has practiced medicine for over 30 years. She built her career first in private practice before joining MDVIP. Several of her patients have stayed with her across both settings for 35 years or more.
You will always see Dr. Rechter. Her MDVIP practice does not use nurse practitioners or physician assistants as substitutes. Every visit is with Dr. Rechter directly.
Yes. Dr. Rechter is reachable by phone after hours and on weekends. Members can contact her directly for urgent concerns, regardless of the time or day.
Doctor profile last updated June 8, 2026